Chicago, IL has recorded 43 WARN filings affecting 4,518 workers over the past 24 months. The largest filer is American Institutes for Research, with 109 workers affected. Filing dates range from Aug 30, 2024 through Dec 22, 2025. Chicago represents 26% of Illinois workers affected by WARN filings in this period.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
4,518
Filings
43
Companies Affected
34
Share of Illinois
24%
of 182 state filings
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Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 188/mo

Laid off in Chicago?

If your employer filed a WARN notice affecting workers in Chicago, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with your state workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers.

File for Illinois Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at your state workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

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Job Centers Near Chicago

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

American Job Center at Truman College
1145 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
American Job Center in Pilsen
1700 W. 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608
Chicago Workforce Center - Mid-South
Martin Luther King Human Service Center, Chicago, IL 60653

About This Data

All data on this site is sourced from official WARN Act filings published by state workforce agencies. Filings are updated regularly but may not reflect same-day submissions. Coverage varies by state.

Chicago Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Everest Insurance
222 S Riverside Plaza
37 2026-03-31 2025-12-22
CVS Health
30 W Monroe St., Ste 1200
219 2026-01-09 2025-11-07
Norvax
222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza #1750
487 2026-01-02 2025-11-03
Fervalue USA
750 E 110th St.
72 2026-01-01 2025-10-08
Fervalue USA
750 E 110th St.
29 2025-10-31 2025-10-08
Virgin Hotels Chicago
203 N Wabash Ave.
180 2025-12-15 2025-10-03
Acero Charter Schools (at five Chicago elementary schools)
2845 W. Barry Ave. 5135 S. California Ave. 1641 W. 16th St. 2510 W. Cortez St. 2744 W. Pershing Rd.
152 2026-06-10 2025-10-01
Chartwells at DePaul University
2250 N Sheffield Ave.
138 2025-11-30 2025-10-01
Industrial Container Services
3201 S. Millard Ave.
168 2025-11-21 2025-09-30
Carolina Therapeutic Services
2715 N. Central Ave. 56 E. 47th 3801 W. North Ave.
27 2025-09-26 2025-09-26
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